Our History
In 1979, four family practice physicians and a PhD nutritionist came together with a shared concern: the growing impact of obesity on health. They founded the Central Ohio Nutrition Center (CONCI) with a bold vision—to create a comprehensive weight loss program centered around full meal replacement products to support those struggling to lose weight.
More than 45 years later, CONCI remains a leading provider of meal replacement–aided weight loss, continuing to uphold the same mission: improving health through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Our History
In 1979, four family practice physicians and a PhD nutritionist, concerned about obesity’s impact on health, founded The Central Ohio Nutrition Center, or CONCI for short. They had a vision that a comprehensive weight loss program utilizing OPTIFAST could help many who struggled to lose weight. Now, 44 years later, CONCI is one of the largest OPTIFAST centers in the U.S.
The Science Behind Our Program
Meal replacement programs have been developed and refined by scientists and physicians over the past several decades. These approaches are supported by extensive research, with more than 130 published studies demonstrating their effectiveness. In recent findings, meal replacement–based programs produced twice the weight loss—and a higher rate of clinically meaningful results—compared to traditional reduced-calorie, food-based diets.
Who We Are
Our medical staff is dedicated to providing the best patient care possible. With several active members of the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society, we stay up to date on the latest research and developments in the fields of obesity and nutrition. We strive to be your advocate, friend, support system and means to better health.
Kevin B.
Sharon B.
Matt
Brandi B.
Wendy H.
Angel H.
Margo & Mark
Steve
Sandra C.
David D.
Kevin B.
Lost 255 pounds in 13 months!“Follow the program instructions without exception”Sharon B.
Lost 47 pounds in 6 months!"My weight was holding me back"Matt
Lost 128 pounds in 9 months!“I’m scared I won’t make it to age 50”Brandi B.
Lost 33 pounds in 4 months!“CONCI will help anyone regardless of how much or how little weight needs to be lost!”Wendy H.
Lost 35 pounds on OPTIFAST®!“CONCI will help anyone regardless of how much or how little weight needs to be lost!”Angel H.
165 pounds lost and look at Angel now!“My life and my mental health have improved tremendously.”Margo & Mark
Lost a combined 220 pounds on OPTIFAST®!“I find it hard to believe I’m now this size! My health is so much better. I wish I did this 40 years ago.” - Margo P.Steve
Lost 170 pounds in 17 months!“I’m healthy for my wife, my kids, and for myself. Losing weight allowed me to become who and what I wanted to become.”Sandra
Lost 50 pounds & 10 inches off waist in 7 months!“I am certainly a much happier and healthier person than I was a year ago.”David D.
Lost 58 pounds in 3 months!“I was able to exceed my goals and improve my health and quality of life for the better.”